Hayden Christensen Welcomes Ryan Gosling to Star Wars!

Hayden Christensen, known for his portrayal of Anakin Skywalker, has extended a warm welcome to Ryan Gosling as he joins the Star Wars universe for the upcoming film, "Starfighter." The announcement of Gosling's casting in Shawn Levy's "Starfighter," revealed at Star Wars Celebration 2025, has generated considerable excitement among fans. The film is slated to be the next Star Wars theatrical release following "The Mandalorian and Grogu."

Christensen shared his enthusiasm for Gosling's involvement in the franchise. According to a video posted by Entertainment Tonight on X, Christensen mentioned having dinner with Gosling and sharing a mutual excitement for the project. Christensen also expressed his belief that the movie is shaping up to be "really great," a sentiment many fans .

Ryan Gosling's New Character Is A Mystery Details surrounding Ryan Gosling's role in "Starfighter" are currently scarce. Aside from his casting and Shawn Levy's directorial role, information is limited. The identity of Gosling's character remains a mystery, but that hasn't stopped fans from speculating.

It's widely assumed that Gosling will portray the central starfighter pilot. The logo reveal included a subtle flash of light reminiscent of the Jedi Order logo's lightsaber silhouette. This has led some to believe that Gosling's character may be Force-sensitive. Some fan theories suggest he could even be playing a canon version of the Legends character Corran Horn, though this remains purely speculative.

Our Take On Ryan Gosling's Star Wars Debut The casting of Ryan Gosling in "Starfighter" is considered somewhat unconventional for the Star Wars franchise. While Gosling's acting talent is undeniable, the on his star power, given the limited information available about the film, is noteworthy.

Despite the surprise casting, the anticipation for "Starfighter" remains high. The film is set a few years after "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker," promising to explore a completely new era within the Star Wars timeline. Christensen's welcoming gesture underscores the excitement surrounding this new chapter in the saga. Related: Why Is Ryan Gosling's Star Wars Movie Happening Before Daisy Ridley's Rey Movie, When That Was Announced Two Years Ago? This warm welcome from Hayden Christensen to Ryan Gosling was wonderful to see, and it's a great reminder that Star Wars: Starfighter is absolutely one to watch.